Kansas City News Dive: Convention Talk, Political Consequences & Super Moon

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Talking KCMO Priorities Tonight

Final opportunity to improve your neighborhood: PIAC meeting this evening

The second and final hearing of the year for the 6th Council District Public Improvements Advisory Committee (PIAC) is Monday, August 19 at 6 pm at the Plaza Branch of the Kansas City Public Library (4801 Main Street)...

Locals Save Democracy?!?

Delegates from Missouri, Kansas travel to Democratic National Convention

Delegates hope to turn enthusiasm for Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris into action at the polls on November 5.

Show-Me Legal Rebuke

No, we don't want Andrew Bailey handling abortion cases in place of local prosecutors * Missouri Independent

Republican Andrew Bailey also loomed large in the primary race for prosecutor of the state's second largest county.

Kansas Reconsiders Cash Crop

Kansas bipartisan coalition applies political pressure to end marijuana prohibition * Kansas Reflector

The Cannabis Justice Coalition wants the Kansas Legislature to legalize recreational sale of marijuana to end the disparity with Missouri and Colorado.

Real Roundup Tonight

Monday's blue supermoon can be seen in Kansas and Missouri. Here's what to know

The blue supermoon is scheduled to rise above Kansas City, Missouri, around 8:28 p.m. Monday evening. The next blue supermoon will not happen until 2032.

Celebrity Shares Insta Clap Back

Sydney Sweeney Bares Her Butt in Cheeky Boat Snaps: 'I Think They Call This a Thirst Trap'

Sydney Sweeney dared to bare in cheeky boat snaps on Friday, Aug. 15. The 'Euphoria' actress has been spending time outdoors this summer, including for her dog Tank's 'DOGUE' cover.

Talking Points Tonight

Live updates: Democratic National Convention 2024 | CNN Politics

The Democratic National Convention kicks off Monday in Chicago. Follow here for the latest live news updates, speeches, analysis and more.

Republican Rebuke Cut Short

GOP's Biden impeachment effort fizzles with report's release

The signature investigation of the Republican-led House fizzled to a close Monday as the GOP capped a yearlong probe into President Biden with a series of allegations but no recommendation to move forward with impeachment. It's an unusual end for a process that took up much of the oxygen in Washington for months at a time....

Disgraced Politico Admits Guilt

George Santos reaches plea deal, pleads guilty to wire fraud and identity theft

Former congressman George Santos, who was expelled from Congress in December and indicted on 23 federal charges, reached a plea agreement with prosecutors.

Outrage In Chicago

Anti-Israel protesters arrested after breaching barrier at DNC ahead of Biden speech

Top anti-Israel protest organizers predicted a monster turnout of between 30,000 and 40,000 activists ahead of the DNC, but on Monday afternoon before beginning their march, they appeared poised to fall dramatically short of that.

MAGA Offers Alternative

Trump kicks off week of DNC counterprogramming with economy remarks in Pennsylvania

Former President Donald Trump will spend the week traveling to battleground states -- a way of counterprogramming the Democratic National Convention.

Vlad Rebuffs Advances

Russia deploying "space troops" to defend Kursk

Troops who were in charge of manning Russia's nuclear deterrent are now reportedly being sent as infantry to the Russian region.

Holy Land Ceasefire Almost?!?

Israel accepts truce plan, US urges Hamas to do the same: 'A decisive moment'

A U.S. "bridging proposal" is aimed at creating a cease-fire tied to the release of Hamas-held hostages and Israeli-held militants.

Eastern Europe On The Move

Ukraine orders evacuation of eastern town as Russia makes gains

Officials said families with children living in Pokrovsk and surrounding villages would be forced to leave.

Tech Titan Amongst Missing

Six people missing and one dead after tornado sinks luxury yacht off Sicily | CNN

Rescuers were on Monday searching for six people missing after a luxury yacht was hit by a tornado and sank off the coast of Sicily, killing one of the 22 people on board.

Show-Me Progress To Save Earth

Mizzou scientists make strides in removing plastic particles from drinking water

Scientists at the University of Missouri created a new, specialized solvent designed to remove nanoplastics from water.

Local Outcry Amid Crackdown

'They'll stop coming here': Kansas City-area businesses react to new Missouri hemp ban

Executive Order 24-10 in Missouri will ban unregulated hemp products from store shelves. KSHB 41's Caroline Hogan talked with businesses about the impact the order could have.

Retro Retail Has Its Charms

A longtime Kansas City fashion stylist has opened her own vintage clothing shop

The midtown store leans into casual American clothes from the 1960s to the 1990s.

Playing On Phone Qualifies As Career?!?

Kansas City influencers share piece of market growth

The growing creator economy is expected to reach a value of more than $528 billion by 2030.

Toast To Ur Mom's Favorite Local Hangout

Mise en Place: KC Wine Co keeps fun all in the family

Taylor Roesch And Eli Berggren Of KC Wine Co // Photo By Sarah Sipple From starting as KC Pumpkin Patch in Gardner to moving to Olathe, then expanding with KC Wine Co, the Berggren family has created a destination for all ages, in all seasons.

Buzz On Weather This Week . . . 

Kansas City weather: Cooler temperatures this week

Cooler and less humid conditions will prevail for the next few days before a heatwave hits this weekend.

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